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irf
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irf asked in Science & MathematicsPhysics · 1 decade ago

How can I cast a thin and sharp line of light on an object at a maximum distance of 1 meter?

Minimum distance may be 1 feet. Laser may not be suitable for my task. Thanx in advance.

Update:

If there is absolutely no other way, then I should rather consider LASER as well. Thanks and I am listening...

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Use rays? Like... put your light source in an enclosed box and then switch it on after cutting a thin line at the side of the box. This will create a thin ray when light comes out, because light travels in a straight line.

  • 1 decade ago

    Although you don't tjink a laser will do It is the only light source that I know of that does not expand with distance away from it's source.

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